Whitechapel - ULTRASYLVANIA2015-03-31T13:21:24-05:00http://freakangels.com/whitechapel/
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ULTRASYLVANIAhttp://freakangels.com/whitechapel/comments.php?DiscussionID=10725&Focus=334711#Comment_3347112012-06-20T17:49:43-05:002015-03-31T13:21:24-05:00Brian Schirmerhttp://freakangels.com/whitechapel/account.php?u=7243
This past spring, I had the great fortune to work with a dozen talented artists from the Academy of Art University in San Francisco on a first-of-its-kind comic collaborative project. With words by ...
Under the art direction of Jeremy Saliba (Dynamite's Wheel of Time), these students not only collaborated in a studio environment, but also produced portfolio-worthy work of the highest quality.

The end result is Ultrasylvania - an alternate history of 19th century Europe, where Dracula, Frankenstein's Monster, and a certain Egyptian resident don't lurk in the darkness - they're world leaders, struggling to hold their nations together amid assassination plots, romantic betrayals, and political intrigues.

We are initially releasing Ultrasylvania as a webcomic at http://ultrasylvania.com, where it will update with a new page every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. If you want to start from the beginning - and you should - click here.

Yes, "updates". For this release is not the end, but the beginning. The current volume will play out through November of this year, with Volume 2 set for January.

We hope you enjoy....

Ultrasylvania]]>
ULTRASYLVANIAhttp://freakangels.com/whitechapel/comments.php?DiscussionID=10725&Focus=334757#Comment_3347572012-06-21T04:27:44-05:002015-03-31T13:21:24-05:00Ben Klumasterhttp://freakangels.com/whitechapel/account.php?u=2723
Liking it so far (especially the muted watercoloury setting). Can't wait to see another page from Page 1's artist, they're doing lovely things with lighting.
ULTRASYLVANIAhttp://freakangels.com/whitechapel/comments.php?DiscussionID=10725&Focus=334773#Comment_3347732012-06-21T09:17:04-05:002015-03-31T13:21:24-05:00Brian Schirmerhttp://freakangels.com/whitechapel/account.php?u=7243
Thanks, Ben. The artist in question is Valerio Fabbretti, an amazingly talented guy for his young age. And, yes, you'll definitely see more from him in the weeks ahead.
Valerio Fabbretti, an amazingly talented guy for his young age. And, yes, you'll definitely see more from him in the weeks ahead.]]>
ULTRASYLVANIAhttp://freakangels.com/whitechapel/comments.php?DiscussionID=10725&Focus=334814#Comment_3348142012-06-21T16:03:50-05:002015-03-31T13:21:24-05:00DChttp://freakangels.com/whitechapel/account.php?u=4588
Loved Valerio and Richard Healy's art and I'm liking the story. It's on my RSS feeds already:)
ULTRASYLVANIAhttp://freakangels.com/whitechapel/comments.php?DiscussionID=10725&Focus=334824#Comment_3348242012-06-21T18:05:04-05:002015-03-31T13:21:24-05:00Alan Tysonhttp://freakangels.com/whitechapel/account.php?u=1299
Just bookmarked it! I'm a sucker for Frankenstein, and what I've seen of the world is very interesting.
ULTRASYLVANIAhttp://freakangels.com/whitechapel/comments.php?DiscussionID=10725&Focus=334847#Comment_3348472012-06-22T05:27:38-05:002015-03-31T13:21:24-05:00Osmosishttp://freakangels.com/whitechapel/account.php?u=866
Looks great - it's in the RSS reader, and I look forward to reading more of it as it updates.
ULTRASYLVANIAhttp://freakangels.com/whitechapel/comments.php?DiscussionID=10725&Focus=334861#Comment_3348612012-06-22T11:36:51-05:002015-03-31T13:21:24-05:00Brian Schirmerhttp://freakangels.com/whitechapel/account.php?u=7243
Thank you, one and all. I feel I should also add that Volume 1 is complete - meaning there won't be any lags because pages aren't done. We're set to run without fail through mid-November, with - ...
complete - meaning there won't be any lags because pages aren't done. We're set to run without fail through mid-November, with - ideally - some "special stuff" carrying us through until Volume 2 kicks of in January.]]>
ULTRASYLVANIAhttp://freakangels.com/whitechapel/comments.php?DiscussionID=10725&Focus=334896#Comment_3348962012-06-23T00:48:45-05:002012-06-23T00:49:11-05:00Frowarddhttp://freakangels.com/whitechapel/account.php?u=10391
I am enjoying it very much so far!
:{D
:{D]]>
ULTRASYLVANIAhttp://freakangels.com/whitechapel/comments.php?DiscussionID=10725&Focus=336195#Comment_3361952012-07-09T10:33:41-05:002015-03-31T13:21:24-05:00Brian Schirmerhttp://freakangels.com/whitechapel/account.php?u=7243
Just a brief aside to say that Jeremy and I will be at San Diego Comic Con this week. No table. No booth. Just catching up with old friends, making some new ones, and promoting Ultrasylvania to a ...
Ultrasylvania to a few folks. If you're going to be there too, then maybe drop some contact info into this thread. Or, if you're so inclined, come follow @BrianSchirmer or @Ultrasylvania on The Twitter for fun con updates, pics, and mayhem.]]>
ULTRASYLVANIAhttp://freakangels.com/whitechapel/comments.php?DiscussionID=10725&Focus=337222#Comment_3372222012-07-24T19:38:14-05:002015-03-31T13:21:24-05:00Grigorishttp://freakangels.com/whitechapel/account.php?u=10837
Really cool concept with the story and the use of multiple artists. I love the watercolors. I just started reading...and can't stop!
ULTRASYLVANIAhttp://freakangels.com/whitechapel/comments.php?DiscussionID=10725&Focus=337751#Comment_3377512012-07-31T11:57:33-05:002015-03-31T13:21:24-05:00Brian Schirmerhttp://freakangels.com/whitechapel/account.php?u=7243
@Grigoris: Thanks for the love. Hope we can keep you hooked.
August should be a big month for Ultrasylvania. We had some promising meetings with folk at SDCC, meetings that might bear some sort ...
August should be a big month for Ultrasylvania. We had some promising meetings with folk at SDCC, meetings that might bear some sort of public fruit in the coming weeks. We'll also have the ubiquitous Kickstarter campaign to get a trade out in October, just in time for NYCC and the Alternative Press Expo in San Francisco. More about that in a few days over in the Kickstarter thread.

Thanks again to everyone for their interest and support. This is a fun project and it's very rewarding to find it resonating with so many people.]]>
ULTRASYLVANIAhttp://freakangels.com/whitechapel/comments.php?DiscussionID=10725&Focus=337907#Comment_3379072012-08-02T12:05:04-05:002015-03-31T13:21:24-05:00Brian Schirmerhttp://freakangels.com/whitechapel/account.php?u=7243
Yep. We've launched a Kickstarter. To keep everything neat and tidy, I've put it over in the Whitechapel KS thread.
the Whitechapel KS thread.]]>
ULTRASYLVANIAhttp://freakangels.com/whitechapel/comments.php?DiscussionID=10725&Focus=337987#Comment_3379872012-08-04T08:39:17-05:002015-03-31T13:21:24-05:00johnjoneshttp://freakangels.com/whitechapel/account.php?u=1052
I've read through the whole thing in the space of one morning. Really interesting stuff. I'll be checking out that Kickstarter.
ULTRASYLVANIAhttp://freakangels.com/whitechapel/comments.php?DiscussionID=10725&Focus=338103#Comment_3381032012-08-06T13:13:18-05:002015-03-31T13:21:24-05:00Rootfireemberhttp://freakangels.com/whitechapel/account.php?u=1551
Bookmarked it and started reading it last night. So far I'm really enjoying it :)
ULTRASYLVANIAhttp://freakangels.com/whitechapel/comments.php?DiscussionID=10725&Focus=338109#Comment_3381092012-08-06T16:54:38-05:002015-03-31T13:21:24-05:00Brian Schirmerhttp://freakangels.com/whitechapel/account.php?u=7243
@johnjones & @Rootfireember: Glad you're both enjoying it. Kickstarter is rocking out after only a couple of days. Amazing stuff. One of the biggest thrills, though, is just having all sorts ...
ULTRASYLVANIAhttp://freakangels.com/whitechapel/comments.php?DiscussionID=10725&Focus=338364#Comment_3383642012-08-11T19:04:43-05:002015-03-31T13:21:24-05:00Brian Schirmerhttp://freakangels.com/whitechapel/account.php?u=7243
Ultrasylvania landed on the home page of io9 this morning. That was out of the blue, very flattering, and provided strong surges to both the Kickstarter campaign and the webcomic proper.
In all, ...
Ultrasylvania landed on the home page of io9 this morning. That was out of the blue, very flattering, and provided strong surges to both the Kickstarter campaign and the webcomic proper.

In all, a rather good day.]]>
ULTRASYLVANIAhttp://freakangels.com/whitechapel/comments.php?DiscussionID=10725&Focus=338933#Comment_3389332012-08-22T16:00:54-05:002015-03-31T13:21:24-05:00Brian Schirmerhttp://freakangels.com/whitechapel/account.php?u=7243
Just an update.... Ultrasylvania's Kickstarter hit its goal yesterday, with ten days to spare. I'm sure the retweet from everyone's favorite Uncle Warren didn't hurt.
Both the campaign and the ...
Ultrasylvania's Kickstarter hit its goal yesterday, with ten days to spare. I'm sure the retweet from everyone's favorite Uncle Warren didn't hurt.

Both the campaign and the webcomic continue - the former til the 31st, the latter til mid-November - while the book will see release in mid-to-late October. Head is still spinning.]]>
ULTRASYLVANIAhttp://freakangels.com/whitechapel/comments.php?DiscussionID=10725&Focus=339177#Comment_3391772012-08-27T08:24:45-05:002015-03-31T13:21:24-05:00johnjoneshttp://freakangels.com/whitechapel/account.php?u=1052
I just became a $20 backer.
ULTRASYLVANIAhttp://freakangels.com/whitechapel/comments.php?DiscussionID=10725&Focus=339199#Comment_3391992012-08-27T15:24:40-05:002015-03-31T13:21:24-05:00Brian Schirmerhttp://freakangels.com/whitechapel/account.php?u=7243
Indeed you did, sir. And, I thank you.
Four days to go... and we are - right now - $4 shy of $10k. Astonished.
Four days to go... and we are - right now - $4 shy of $10k. Astonished.]]>
ULTRASYLVANIAhttp://freakangels.com/whitechapel/comments.php?DiscussionID=10725&Focus=339426#Comment_3394262012-08-31T16:29:47-05:002015-03-31T13:21:24-05:00Brian Schirmerhttp://freakangels.com/whitechapel/account.php?u=7243
Down to the last 3.5 hours of our kickstarter. Just sayin'. Overjoyed at the amount of support we've received. The book is coming out in October thanks to these efforts. Thrilled with the number ...
our kickstarter. Just sayin'. Overjoyed at the amount of support we've received. The book is coming out in October thanks to these efforts. Thrilled with the number of backers who've also announced they're from WC. Too cool. Thank you all!]]>
ULTRASYLVANIAhttp://freakangels.com/whitechapel/comments.php?DiscussionID=10725&Focus=341648#Comment_3416482012-10-04T15:12:41-05:002015-03-31T13:21:24-05:00Brian Schirmerhttp://freakangels.com/whitechapel/account.php?u=7243
Ultrasylvania, Volume 1, will have its debut release at both NYCC and the Alternative Press Expo (APE) in San Francisco. As far as I’m aware, we are the only book that can boast a bi-coastal ...
Ultrasylvania, Volume 1, will have its debut release at both NYCC and the Alternative Press Expo (APE) in San Francisco. As far as I’m aware, we are the only book that can boast a bi-coastal simultaneous release at these events. If you will be attending either show, here’s where and when you can find us.

New York Comic Con (Oct. 11-14)

Artist Alley – K5 (under the name Brian Schirmer)

I’ll be there, selling and signing.

Alternative Press Expo (Oct. 13-14)

Table 317 (under the monicker Third Option Press)

Art Director Jeremy Saliba & numerous artists from the book will be there throughout the weekend.]]>
ULTRASYLVANIAhttp://freakangels.com/whitechapel/comments.php?DiscussionID=10725&Focus=342740#Comment_3427402012-10-26T10:44:54-05:002015-03-31T13:21:24-05:00johnjoneshttp://freakangels.com/whitechapel/account.php?u=1052
Ultrasylvania is still amazingly cool and I cannot wait for Volume I to get to my house.
Ultrasylvania is still amazingly cool and I cannot wait for Volume I to get to my house.]]>
ULTRASYLVANIAhttp://freakangels.com/whitechapel/comments.php?DiscussionID=10725&Focus=343109#Comment_3431092012-11-01T11:33:33-05:002015-03-31T13:21:24-05:00Brian Schirmerhttp://freakangels.com/whitechapel/account.php?u=7243
Thanks, John! Mailed out around 200 copies yesterday. Yours should arrive in the VERY near future. :)
ULTRASYLVANIAhttp://freakangels.com/whitechapel/comments.php?DiscussionID=10725&Focus=343599#Comment_3435992012-11-06T23:55:29-06:002015-03-31T13:21:24-05:00johnjoneshttp://freakangels.com/whitechapel/account.php?u=1052
Got mine and loved it.
ULTRASYLVANIAhttp://freakangels.com/whitechapel/comments.php?DiscussionID=10725&Focus=346450#Comment_3464502013-01-07T11:37:13-06:002015-03-31T13:21:24-05:00Brian Schirmerhttp://freakangels.com/whitechapel/account.php?u=7243
Just a brief announcement that we've launched Volume 2 of Ultrasylvania today, resuming thrice-a-week page updates for your alt-history/classic-movie-monster-reinterpretation pleasure.
we've launched Volume 2 of Ultrasylvania today, resuming thrice-a-week page updates for your alt-history/classic-movie-monster-reinterpretation pleasure.

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ULTRASYLVANIAhttp://freakangels.com/whitechapel/comments.php?DiscussionID=10725&Focus=347236#Comment_3472362013-01-23T11:27:42-06:002015-03-31T13:21:24-05:00Brian Schirmerhttp://freakangels.com/whitechapel/account.php?u=7243
Hi all!
We launched a Kickstarter campaign yesterday to fund the printing of Volume Two. As you can see, we're off to a fantastic start, but still have a ways to go. These campaigns are ...
We launched a Kickstarter campaign yesterday to fund the printing of Volume Two. As you can see, we're off to a fantastic start, but still have a ways to go. These campaigns are absolutely worth it, but - man - do they kick one's ass.

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ULTRASYLVANIAhttp://freakangels.com/whitechapel/comments.php?DiscussionID=10725&Focus=348492#Comment_3484922013-02-15T14:00:48-06:002015-03-31T13:21:24-05:00Brian Schirmerhttp://freakangels.com/whitechapel/account.php?u=7243
Hi, all!
Just a note to say.... We did it again.
Volume Two of Ultrasylvania hit its funding goal last night. Now, with 7 hours to go, we see just how high it will climb.
To those of you ...
Just a note to say.... We did it again.

Volume Two of Ultrasylvania hit its funding goal last night. Now, with 7 hours to go, we see just how high it will climb.

To those of you who jumped on board - THANK YOU! For those of you still interested, there's still time to be a part of this. Plus, you can rest assured that the project is already funded - so you're sure to get a copy and some cool swag!

Last but not least.... Volume 3? Artists are working on it right now. :)]]>
ULTRASYLVANIAhttp://freakangels.com/whitechapel/comments.php?DiscussionID=10725&Focus=348521#Comment_3485212013-02-16T07:56:29-06:002015-03-31T13:21:24-05:00johnjoneshttp://freakangels.com/whitechapel/account.php?u=1052
I'm completely stoked for April and a physical copy of Ultrasylvania Vol. 2. I think I'm looking forward to Volume 3 even more, though, because if the pattern continues we'll get a lot of in-depth ...
Ultrasylvania Vol. 2. I think I'm looking forward to Volume 3 even more, though, because if the pattern continues we'll get a lot of in-depth focus on The Egyptian.]]>
ULTRASYLVANIAhttp://freakangels.com/whitechapel/comments.php?DiscussionID=10725&Focus=349738#Comment_3497382013-03-08T10:27:22-06:002015-03-31T13:21:24-05:00Brian Schirmerhttp://freakangels.com/whitechapel/account.php?u=7243
Thanks, @johnjones! The book is ideally getting to the printer today. Very excited on this end. And, yes, Volume 3 is well underway. And I think you'll be rather pleased with where it goes.... :)
ideally getting to the printer today. Very excited on this end. And, yes, Volume 3 is well underway. And I think you'll be rather pleased with where it goes.... :)]]>
ULTRASYLVANIAhttp://freakangels.com/whitechapel/comments.php?DiscussionID=10725&Focus=352075#Comment_3520752013-04-26T18:35:43-05:002015-03-31T13:21:24-05:00JuanNavarrohttp://freakangels.com/whitechapel/account.php?u=1155
Just found this and i'm digging it. Awesome on your Kickstarter, Congrats!
ULTRASYLVANIAhttp://freakangels.com/whitechapel/comments.php?DiscussionID=10725&Focus=352550#Comment_3525502013-05-08T14:47:33-05:002015-03-31T13:21:24-05:00Brian Schirmerhttp://freakangels.com/whitechapel/account.php?u=7243
Thanks, @JuanNavarro. Just minutes ago received the print editions of Volume Two. Exciting times....
Volume Two. Exciting times....]]>
ULTRASYLVANIAhttp://freakangels.com/whitechapel/comments.php?DiscussionID=10725&Focus=352803#Comment_3528032013-05-15T10:54:10-05:002015-03-31T13:21:24-05:00Brian Schirmerhttp://freakangels.com/whitechapel/account.php?u=7243
Just as it says on the tin....
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ULTRASYLVANIAhttp://freakangels.com/whitechapel/comments.php?DiscussionID=10725&Focus=354306#Comment_3543062013-06-26T06:40:10-05:002015-03-31T13:21:24-05:00johnjoneshttp://freakangels.com/whitechapel/account.php?u=1052
My copy of Ultrasylvania Volume 2 just arrived in the mail and I loved. I can hardly wait for Volume 3 to begin.
Ultrasylvania Volume 2 just arrived in the mail and I loved. I can hardly wait for Volume 3 to begin.]]>
ULTRASYLVANIAhttp://freakangels.com/whitechapel/comments.php?DiscussionID=10725&Focus=354398#Comment_3543982013-06-28T15:02:53-05:002015-03-31T13:21:24-05:00Brian Schirmerhttp://freakangels.com/whitechapel/account.php?u=7243
Thanks for the love, @johnjones! It is with no small amount of hubris that I decree Volume 3 will be the best of the bunch. Soooooon....
ULTRASYLVANIAhttp://freakangels.com/whitechapel/comments.php?DiscussionID=10725&Focus=358570#Comment_3585702013-09-25T16:09:13-05:002015-03-31T13:21:24-05:00Brian Schirmerhttp://freakangels.com/whitechapel/account.php?u=7243
Hey, all!
This Monday. 9AM PST. Kickstarter.
Ultrasylvania, Vol. 3: The Book of the Dead!
This will actually bring our story to a close. It's a bittersweet feeling, to be honest. While ...
This Monday. 9AM PST. Kickstarter.

Ultrasylvania, Vol. 3: The Book of the Dead!

This will actually bring our story to a close. It's a bittersweet feeling, to be honest. While I'm excited to be working on other projects now, Ultrasylvania eclipsed the expectations of everyone involved. It's like having a kid that you know will barely graduate high school, who then gets a full scholarship to a four-year.

If you missed out on either previous book for any reason, fear not. We’re making copies of both available as well.

We’re going to have some rather wonderful rewards lined up, too – plus, we might have something special to offer folks who back on Day One. I’ll update you on that if it comes to fruition.

Continue to watch this space. I’ll post a link when the campaign goes live.]]>
ULTRASYLVANIAhttp://freakangels.com/whitechapel/comments.php?DiscussionID=10725&Focus=358758#Comment_3587582013-10-01T14:08:55-05:002015-03-31T13:21:24-05:00Brian Schirmerhttp://freakangels.com/whitechapel/account.php?u=7243
Well, a tad late on my promise, but here's the aforementioned link for ULTRASYLVANIA, VOL. 3: The Book of the Damned.
We had a banner first day - racking in over 60% of our goal! Feel free to ...
ULTRASYLVANIA, VOL. 3: The Book of the Damned.

We had a banner first day - racking in over 60% of our goal! Feel free to take a gander and - if you're so inclined - spread the word.

Cheers]]>
ULTRASYLVANIAhttp://freakangels.com/whitechapel/comments.php?DiscussionID=10725&Focus=359194#Comment_3591942013-10-14T10:25:36-05:002015-03-31T13:21:24-05:00johnjoneshttp://freakangels.com/whitechapel/account.php?u=1052
I'm really enjoying The Book of the Damned and am really looking forward to the print copy.
The Book of the Damned and am really looking forward to the print copy.]]>
ULTRASYLVANIAhttp://freakangels.com/whitechapel/comments.php?DiscussionID=10725&Focus=359382#Comment_3593822013-10-22T04:26:05-05:002015-03-31T13:21:24-05:00johnjoneshttp://freakangels.com/whitechapel/account.php?u=1052
What's happened to the site?
ULTRASYLVANIAhttp://freakangels.com/whitechapel/comments.php?DiscussionID=10725&Focus=359420#Comment_3594202013-10-23T14:47:26-05:002015-03-31T13:21:24-05:00Brian Schirmerhttp://freakangels.com/whitechapel/account.php?u=7243
@johnjones: No idea. Been working with my host since Monday. Definitely a back-end issue - pages are uploading but not posting - but they have yet to resolve the issue. Perfect timing, eh?
ULTRASYLVANIAhttp://freakangels.com/whitechapel/comments.php?DiscussionID=10725&Focus=359432#Comment_3594322013-10-24T04:16:45-05:002015-03-31T13:21:24-05:00johnjoneshttp://freakangels.com/whitechapel/account.php?u=1052
Perfect timing, eh?
If inconveniences were convenient, they wouldn't be inconvenient, would they? Anyway, I hope it gets resolved soon, but if not I can always read the paper version.
Perfect timing, eh?

If inconveniences were convenient, they wouldn't be inconvenient, would they? Anyway, I hope it gets resolved soon, but if not I can always read the paper version.]]>
ULTRASYLVANIAhttp://freakangels.com/whitechapel/comments.php?DiscussionID=10725&Focus=359586#Comment_3595862013-10-29T15:58:26-05:002015-03-31T13:21:24-05:00johnjoneshttp://freakangels.com/whitechapel/account.php?u=1052
Man, it's still down. Were the people who host the site the same ones who host for Obamacare?
the site the same ones who host for Obamacare?]]>
ULTRASYLVANIAhttp://freakangels.com/whitechapel/comments.php?DiscussionID=10725&Focus=359697#Comment_3596972013-11-01T11:25:11-05:002015-03-31T13:21:24-05:00Brian Schirmerhttp://freakangels.com/whitechapel/account.php?u=7243
@johnjones Don't get me started....
The good news is that the Kickstarter has done gangbusters! We've surpassed what we raised for Vol. 2 - and just might blow past what we pulled in for the ...
The good news is that the Kickstarter has done gangbusters! We've surpassed what we raised for Vol. 2 - and just might blow past what we pulled in for the first book.]]>
ULTRASYLVANIAhttp://freakangels.com/whitechapel/comments.php?DiscussionID=10725&Focus=359821#Comment_3598212013-11-05T10:45:26-06:002015-03-31T13:21:24-05:00Brian Schirmerhttp://freakangels.com/whitechapel/account.php?u=7243
Well, as fate would have it, everything "resolved itself" one way or another these past few days, with our final volume's Kickstarter raking in just over $11K USD - our original goal was a ...
webcomic updating thrice weekly, prepping book for printer, beginning the process of fulfilling all of the Kickstarter rewards.

Ultrasylvania marches on....]]>
ULTRASYLVANIAhttp://freakangels.com/whitechapel/comments.php?DiscussionID=10725&Focus=362873#Comment_3628732014-02-10T15:58:46-06:002015-03-31T13:21:24-05:00Brian Schirmerhttp://freakangels.com/whitechapel/account.php?u=7243
Just a quick note to say that the final page of Ultrasylvania dropped online today. You can now read the whole story for free.
I wrote a little something to commemorate both the ending and the 2.5 ...
Ultrasylvania dropped online today. You can now read the whole story for free.

I wrote a little something to commemorate both the ending and the 2.5 years that it took to get here. If you're so inclined, you can read that here.

A tremendous Thank You to the WC folk who've read, enjoyed, and/or supported this project. While this one's done, there's more to come....]]>